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Travel
Information and Cancellation Policy
Day Trips
The Getty Center Los Angeles
 The
Getty Center in Los Angeles was especially designed to showcase the Getty's
unique collection of Western art, from the Middle Ages to the present, against a
backdrop of dramatic architecture, tranquil gardens, and breathtaking views. The
Getty Museum collection includes European paintings, drawings, illuminated
manuscripts, sculpture, decorative arts, antiquities, and European and American
photographs. A ten-minute video provides an introduction to the art collection
as well as information about tours and other activities to help you make the
most of your visit. Several tours are available, but highly recommended is the
Orchestral Tour which provides a greater understanding of the immense effort and
 difficulties
involved in constructing of this fabulous facility. The Garden Tour also is
another popular choice for visitors. Lunch is on your own. The Café at the Getty
is self-service and has sandwiches, soups, salads, pizzas, pastas, grilled
items; beer and wine is also available. There also are several coffee carts and
the Terrace Café for lighter fare, and indoor and outdoor dining areas to enjoy
your meal. The Museum Store is available for those who wish to commemorate their
visit with a souvenir. We will make a mystery stop on the way home. Join us for
this always popular tour.
Presenter: Regina Rocha
Course No. 2331X
Fee: $55
March 20
1 Saturday
9:00 am- 5:00 pm
(check-in by 8:45 am)
Departs from PCC Parking Lot 5
NOTE:
Please call the Info Line (626-585-3195) no later than two days before your trip
to confirm departure time and location.
Flower Fields at Carlsbad
 More
than six decades ago, an English horticulturist named Luther Gage moved to
Southern California, bringing with him his special interest in the beautiful
Ranunculus flower, and in particular, the giant strain known as Tecolote. His
collection of seeds subsequently resulted in the first Ranunculus flowers to be
planted in North America. Upon arrival, we will have a Guided Walking Tour which
includes the field’s history, the planting process and growing cycle, and
descriptions of the varieties grown. There will be time to sit, relax and enjoy
the beautiful views of these magnificent flower fields and the ocean
 beyond.
This is the weekend of the Annual Arts & Crafts Fair which features an array of
outstanding paintings, photography, pottery, and crafts for sale. There is also
music. Next, it is off to Carlsbad Premium Outlets for lunch on your own.
Choices include fast food, elegant dining and everything in between. You will be
provided a list of eating places, stores and shops as well as discount coupons.
Remember, we can take large things in the coach but you must transport them home
from the college.
Presenter: Regina Rocha
Course No. 2307X
Fee: $59
April 11
1 Sunday
7:00 am- 6:00 pm
(check-in by 6:45 am)
Departs from PCC Parking Lot 5
NOTE:
Please call the Info Line (626-585-3195) no later than two days before your trip
to confirm departure time and location.
Balboa Island Artwalk and Newport Harbor
Cruise
 The
Balboa Island Artwalk is a showcase of many talented local artists. The show is
held on Balboa Island's South Bayfront Promenade from Marine Avenue to Pearl
Avenue, over a mile of art! This is a juried art show; not all artists are
accepted. Last year, over 90 artists exhibited original art. This year, many
artists will be present to discuss their work and answer any questions. The show
will feature paintings, sculptures, pottery, glass works, jewelry and
photographs. And yes, all the art is for sale! Highlighting our walk is live
music all along the promenade. Later, we will take a ferry over to the Newport
Peninsula and board our chartered
 boat
for a 90-minute cruise of Newport Harbor. We will cruise to the entrance of the
harbor and hopefully view the local sea lions in their natural habitat. Our
narrated tour continues as we cruise by the homes of the “rich and famous.”
There are a number of majestic multi-million dollar homes, many with yachts in
personal docks. Our journey also will provide exclusive views of all seven
islands in the bay. The cruise includes a box lunch.
Presenter: Regina Rocha
Course No. 2365X
Fee: $65
May 16
1 Sunday
9:00 am- 5:00 pm
(check-in by 8:45 am)
Departs from PCC Parking Lot 5
NOTE:
Please call the Info Line (626-585-3195) no later than two days before your trip
to confirm departure time and location.
Rose Story Farm
 Join
us as we travel to the Rose Story Farm located in south Santa Barbara County.
This fifteen-acre family-owned farm at the base of the Carpinteria Valley
foothills features 18,000 stunning, fragrant rose plants in 150 varieties. Our
walking tour lasts about an hour followed by an included, catered gourmet picnic
lunch served in a garden setting, complete with farm-made dessert and iced tea
blended with rose petals. Visit the Farm’s unique gift boutique, everything with
a
 rose
theme! Remember, you may purchase plants at the Farm but you must transport them
home from the college. On our way home, we will stop at Camarillo Premium
Outlets where shoppers may find impressive savings at stores such as Banana
Republic, Barneys New York, Calvin Klein, Diesel, DKNY, Kenneth Cole, Nautica,
Nike, and St. John.
Presenter: Regina Rocha
Course No. 2330X
Fee: $89
June 12
1 Saturday
8:00 am- 6:00 pm
(check-in by 7:45 am)
Departs from PCC Parking Lot 5
NOTE:
Please call the Info Line (626-585-3195) no later than two days before your trip
to confirm departure time and location.
Important Day Trip Information
Parking/Pick-up
Unless indicated otherwise, tours
include round-trip passage aboard deluxe, air-conditioned motor coach, and a
professional tour escort. The motor coach
will meet you at Pasadena City College. You may park in Lot 5, the parking structure located on the Bonnie Avenue side of campus. The required $2 daily parking permit may be purchased from the dispenser located within the lot; simply leave the permit on your
dashboard. Your motor coach will meet you at the bus loading area on the west side of the parking structure, adjacent to the stadium. Please arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to departure time.
Payment
Prices include
stated tour particulars. Payment
is due at time of booking. The minimum age for all travel is 18, unless
designated differently.
Refunds
Except where noted, cancellations/refunds
must be received two weeks prior to the trip departure date and will be granted
only if the space is re-sold by Extended Learning. You may send
a substitute in your place with prior notification of Pasadena City College.
When approved, refunds will reflect a $15 processing fee per person AND any
unrecoverable expenses, such as lodging, tickets, etc.
Disclaimer
Due
to unforeseen circumstances and/or conditions beyond our control, tour services
may be changed, cancelled or services substituted. We shall not be
held responsible for personal injury, property damages, travel itinerary changes
due to mechanical difficulties or weather conditions or circumstances beyond our
control.
All
participants are required to sign a liability release waiver upon boarding the
bus, prior to departure. Pasadena City College requires all travelers to
carry their own medical/accident insurance. Pasadena City College does not provide this coverage.
Contact
Information
Travelers
must call the Trips & Tour Info Line at (626)
585-3195 no later than two days before their trip to confirm
departure time and location.
For
information regarding registration, please call Extended Learning at (626)
585-7608.
Presenter
Regina Rocha has been conducting tours since 1984,
many of those years as the tour director for California Discovery Tours.
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